In Michigan, it is not guaranteed that you will receive any compensation for damage to your vehicle after a car accident. Because Michigan is a no-fault state, the at fault party does not pay for the damage to your vehicle. (except the mini-tort, and other exceptions – see below) The damage to your vehicle is…
DetailsReasons For Wanting Not To Sue There are many reasons not to file a personal injury lawsuit in Michigan. When it comes to those who describe themselves as being against suing, I think in most instances that position comes down to one basic feeling. That is, people don’t want to be a mercenary pursing their…
DetailsTaking Care Of Your Health First The first step after an auto accident is almost always going to be worrying about whether everyone is alright. An accident happens so fast and usually comes so unexpectedly that you don’t get a lot of time to think. Mostly you end up reacting. You might have to go…
DetailsPain and Suffering Claim (Third party) – Three years You have three years to file a lawsuit against the driver that caused your injuries in Michigan. This period of time is known as the statute of limitations and is governed by MCL 600.5805(2). This means that you have three years from the date of the…
DetailsOne of the worst things about being in a serious auto accident is not being able to work. Besides the pain, the discomfort, and all the problems that comes with an accident, losing your income can easily send you into a tailspin. Most people need their income to support themselves and or their families. Without…
DetailsAttorney solicitation is a constant problem in the personal injury law world. Unfortunately, the law functions as a business and oftentimes, the ruthless and ethically compromised have no qualms about crossing lines and breaking laws when it comes to making money. You might see these guys on TV, the radio, the side of buses, or…
DetailsDriving without insurance is against the law in Michigan. There are several different provisions under Michigan law that requires owners or registrants of vehicles to purchase and maintain insurance. The penalties range from being a civil infraction to a criminal misdemeanor. However, the largest ramifications are not criminal, but what can happen if you are…
DetailsWhy is Auto Insurance So Expensive? Michigan’s average annual Premium for 2018 was $2,394 which is $1,076 higher than the national average. This seems like an exorbitant amount of money to pay for insurance, but really those costs are born out of the practical setup of Michigan’s no-fault insurance scheme. Reasons for the Higher Costs…
DetailsNo one plans on getting into a car accident, but when it happens it can be devastating – causing serious mental and physical injury. If you are lucky, you can get off with a few months of therapy or if not, you could find yourself spending years in the hospital corridors. If your injuries are…
DetailsWinter weather is known to create dangerous roadway conditions that anyone, including highly experienced motorists, can have difficulties driving through. Data from the United States Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) shows that the accidents associated with ice and snow cause over 1,300 deaths each year and more than 116,800 injuries per year. If…
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